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[Sube Sports Safety Clinic]

Sube Sports Safety Clinic
Meet at Coco's in Fashion Island at 8:30AM - breakfast at 9AM.  After breakfast we'll caravan to Subé Sports in Huntington Beach where Chad DiMarco – 5-time world road rally champion and President and of Subé Sports will talk about safety and safety items used by today's clubs and professional racers.  It would be great if you could email us if you're planning to attend at [email protected]. THANKS!

Link to Coco's:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=151+Newport+Center+Drive,+Newport+Beach,+CA+++92660&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=49.757664,82.265625&ie=UTF8&z=17&om=1&iwloc=addr

Link to Sube Sports:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=17161+palmdale+Street,+Huntington+Beach,+CA+92647&sll=33.612712,-117.87513&sspn=0.006442,0.013561&ie=UTF8&z=16&ll=33.712274,-117.993207&spn=0.012869,0.027122&om=1&iwloc=addr

INTERESTED IN A CARAVAN TO COCO'S ?

There will be a group meeting at the Irvine Car Show --  405 @ Alton (previously Crystal Cove car show). 

Car show starts at 7AM (no need to get there "early", plenty of parking)
Depart for Coco's at 8-8:15AM

Link to Car Show:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=7905+gateway+blvd.,+irvine,+ca&ie=UTF8&om=1&z=15&iwloc=addr

Attendees (If you're not on the list and should be, let me know.)

1.   Dan & Cathy 
2.   Greg & Melanie
3.   Don Smith
4.   Dave K.
5.   Bruce Conklin
6.   Phil Walters
7.   Dave Cawthorne
8.   John Adamo
9.   Mike A. & Buddy
10.   Kim Chaney
11.   Dan Castletine
12.   Winston Laxamana
13.   John Javage
14.   Mike (mcmike)
15.   Andrew Mercado
16.   Albert Fattal
17.   Randy & Patti
18.   John Bennett
19.   Dave & Lisa
20.   Charles Haynes
21.   Ken Niznik

[It's on! The annual grudge match between the Dodge Viper SRT10 and the F-16 Viper fighter jet]

It's on!  The annual grudge match between the Dodge Viper SRT10 and the F-16 Viper fighter jet is scheduled for March 23-25, 2007 at Luke Air Force Base near Phoenix, Arizona. The drag race takes place during the Luke Air Force Base air show and it's a great weekend of driving and flying excitement.

MORE VENOM ~ 600 hp of Venom!

Your first chance to see the 2008 Viper in action ~ the most powerful factory Viper yet.  By far!

This Show of Force includes the 2008 Viper and the Viper Competition Coupe - as both will drag race the Air Force "Viper" Fighter Jet F-16. The showdown is part of a weekend-long event taking place March 23-25, 2007, at Luke Air Force Base located just outside Phoenix, Arizona. Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the USAF, Luke has been selected for an expanded "Super Air-Show" program by the military coined "The Show of Force".

More than just fun for Viper owners this event directly impacts the lives of people on the base as the proceeds go to benefit the MWR  base charity fund.

Still need more?  This event is big time.  In 2005 there were 275,000 people that attended and saw the Viper Corral alongside some of the most impressive aircraft in the world.  And the VCA had VIP seating - right up front for the race - right next to the General's tent.

With all that is included for your registration this is the best value event of the year!

This is your chance to be the first to check out the new '08 Viper and see it in action, hang out with Viper friends, and support our troops. Whether you are flying in or driving, this event will give you a weekend of packed in fun.

The deadline for registration is Wednesday, February 28, 2007. Please fax the attached registration form to (248) 553-2138.
Your hotel reservation must be made separately with the Sheraton Crescent Hotel in Phoenix, AZ. Please contact them directly at (800) 325-3535. Make sure you tell them you are with the Viper Club to receive the special discounted rate of $169 per night, plus tax. All room reservations must be made by Friday, February 23, 2007.
Any questions? Call Viper Headquarters at 1-800-998-1110.

The Registration Form is attached.

[Viper Days at Buttonwillow Raceway]

Viper Days at Buttonwillow Raceway - The last time in Southern California this year...

This is not a "race", you will not trade paint with other Vipers.  This is a timed event; you'll drive at your own pace.  Following are options available for Friday, for Saturday and Sunday or for all three days; and a couple of comments from the rookies that attended February's Viper Days: click here for comments.

FRIDAY:  Do you want the thrill of driving your Viper on the track? Here's an opportunity to do just that!  Buttonwillow Raceway is a great rack for drivers of all skill levels.  There will be a Friday Test & Tune, put on by the Brian Angen Memorial Fund. The cost is $300 for the day, which is tax deductible (tax certificate given at the track).  There will be three run groups to accommodate driver levels.  FYI: Friday Test & Tune is separate from Viper Days.  Sign Up information at the bottom of this post (BAMF-EventForm-01-07.pdf)

OR

FRIDAY: Curious about exploring the limits of your Viper (and yourself) on a track, but not sure how to get started? Then here's the class for you. (Open to non-Viper owners as well.) The school begins with classroom instruction on basic car control theory, taught by experienced performance-driving instructors. Then, you'll spend the morning out on the skid pad in school-provided cars, practicing the art of car control—threshold braking, skid recovery, car rotation—so you'll understand vehicle dynamics and what to do if you cross the limit of adhesion in your Viper.

After lunch, you'll be ready to go out on the track in your own Viper, accompanied by an experienced instructor, in lead/follow formation or in-car. They'll bring you up to speed on track driving—driving the line, where to turn-in, when to brake, when to apply throttle. You'll be part of the Brian Angen Memorial Foundation's Charity Track Driving Event, which is a low-key track event, so you can drive at the pace you're comfortable with.

It's the best performance enhancement you can get for your Viper. The techniques you'll learn will make you a safer, faster driver, no matter what car you're driving.

We encourage you to sign up for Viper Days on March 17th & 18th, at the same track, so you can spend more time practicing your new skills. Spectators and guests are welcome to observe and join us for lunch. Lunch is included with the event for students. Students must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.
Sign Up information at the bottom of this post (IntroTrackDrivingEventForm-V6 (3).pdf)


OR

FRIDAY: The Viper Club of America Northern California Region invites you to attend a One Day Performance Driving School.

Space is limited to 18 drivers and will be reserved based on the first 18 to confirm their reservation with a check.  So get your checks in as soon as possible.  Last year the event was over sold and a second School was scheduled to allow all drivers to attend a school.  This year there will only be One School Date. 

Three Driving Course options will be offered. A basic car control session and two advanced sessions.  Vehicle dynamics and behind-the-wheel instruction in a variety of vehicles; emphasizing car control.   The Program was developed to provide a fun and fast-paced learning environment. Understanding the performance limitations of your Viper as well as other vehicles will make you a better driver. The Driving School is for everybody, from the novice to the experienced driver, whether your focus is on accident avoidance, faster lap times around your favorite race track or you just want to enhance your daily commute.  This Course is discounted especially for the VCA of Northern California.

Click below "Viper Club Skip Barber Driving School 2007" for details and registration:

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY is Viper Days, a full weekend track experience.  Or – go Ala Carte. The below Viper Days website link has full details.

Weekend pricing and details: Click here for detials
Click here for Link to Viper Days Home Page.


If you're plan includes Friday events, we'll see you at the track early Friday.  If you're plan is for Viper Days Saturday and Sunday, join us at the track on Friday to get "tech'd" and sign in for Viper Days prior to the Saturday morning rush.  We caravan from the track back to the hotel for the Friday night reception.

Visitors are always welcome to come and watch the weekend events; the VRL (Viper Racing League) race is fun to see.  Visitors are also welcome to stay at the host hotel and join the group for dinner on Saturday evening.

The Southern California Viper Club will be in garage #2 ^6 We'll plan to see you here!

The "host" hotel information:

Four Points by Sheraton Bakersfield
VIPER DAYS GROUP RATE $84.00
1-800-325-3535 Central Reservation
5101 California Avenue • Bakersfield, California 93309
Phone: (661) 325-9700

HOTEL LINK:
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=822


Pricing and application information now posted on the Viper Days website: http://www.viperdays.com/page.htm?id=68

[The Southern California Viper Club is renting garage #4 - We'll plan to see all you drivers here!]

The Southern California Viper Club is renting garage #4 - We'll plan to see all you drivers here!

The "host" hotel information:

Four Points by Sheraton Bakersfield
VIPER DAYS GROUP RATE $84.00
1-800-325-3535 Central Reservation
5101 California Avenue · Bakersfield, California 93309
Phone: (661) 325-9700

LINK TO VIPER DAYS HOME PAGE:
http://www.viperdays.com/home.html

HOTEL LINK:
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=822


Pricing and application information now posted on the Viper Days website: http://www.viperdays.com/page.htm?id=68

Please see the attached details for Viper Days.

[UPDATE:]

UPDATE: 

Event Location:     California Speedway, Fontana
Drag Strip Name:    Southern California Auto Club Drag Strip
Address:               9300 Cherry Avenue, Fontana

Upon Arrival:         State that you are there for the Viper Club Test & Tune
Gates Open:          7AM - Go directly to tech
Track is Hot:         9AM

Cost:                   $30 per car, $10 for spectators
Don't Forget:         Your helmet, long sleeve cotton shirt, long pants and closed toed shoes.

Link to California Speedway:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=9300+Cherry+Avenue,+Fontana,+CA+92335&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=51.708931,82.265625&ie=UTF8&z=15&ll=34.078398,-117.490153&spn=0.026659,0.054245&om=1&iwloc=addr